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Wisconsin General Election

Tuesday, November 3, 2026 · Wisconsin

How to Vote

Registration Deadlines

Register to vote
Online
Wednesday, October 14, 20266 months
By Mail
Wednesday, October 14, 20266 months
In Person
Friday, October 30, 20267 months

Same-day registration available

Voting

Early Voting Starts
Tuesday, October 20, 20266 months
Early Voting Ends
Sunday, November 1, 20267 months
Mail Ballot Due
Tuesday, November 3, 20267 months

Contests

8 races on the ballot

State

Lieutenant Governor

Wisconsin

Candidate (Uncontested)

Steve JohnsonCommon Sense Party
Federal

U.S. House Wisconsin District 1

Wisconsin District 1

Candidate (Uncontested)

Adam FollmerIndependent
Federal

U.S. House Wisconsin District 6

Wisconsin District 6

Candidate (Uncontested)

Michael ThurowIndependent
State

Wisconsin State Assembly District 5

Wisconsin State Assembly District 5

Candidate (Uncontested)

David SchupbachGreen Party
Federal

U.S. House Wisconsin District 3

Wisconsin District 3

3 Candidates

Alexander Valiensi KentIndependent
Rustin ProvanceIndependent
Jayte WelchIndependent
State

Wisconsin Secretary of State

Wisconsin

Candidate (Uncontested)

Pete KarasGreen Party
State

Wisconsin State Senate District 15

Wisconsin State Senate District 15

Candidate (Uncontested)

Christopher DeanIndependent
State

Governor

Wisconsin

7 Candidates

Jill FergusonGreen Party
Jamie Jo CarothersIndependent
Oliver CarranzaIndependent
Crystal HarperIndependent
David KingIndependent
Mike KohnIndependent
Dennis WilliamsIndependent

Ballot Measures

4 measures for voters to decide

Janesville, Wisconsin, Require Voter Approval for Development of GM/JATCO Site Exceeding $450 Million Initiative (November 2026)

Require Voter Approval for Development of GM/JATCO Site Exceeding $450 Million Initiative

Local zoning and land useLocal ballot measure process

Require voter approval before the city may lease, sell, transfer, or approve development of the undeveloped GM/JATCO site if the total project costs exceed $450 million

A YES vote means

<p>A "yes" vote supports requiring voter approval before the city may lease, sell, transfer, or approve development of the undeveloped GM/JATCO site if the total project costs exceed $450 million.</p>

A NO vote means

<p>A "no" vote opposes requiring voter approval before the city may lease, sell, transfer, or approve development of the undeveloped GM/JATCO site if the total project costs exceed $450 million.</p>

Wisconsin Prohibit Government Closure of Places of Worship During Emergencies Amendment (2026)

Prohibit Government Closure of Places of Worship During Emergencies Amendment

Constitutional rightsReligion-related policy

Prohibit the government from closing gatherings at places of worship during declared emergencies, including public health emergencies

A YES vote means

<p>A "yes" vote supports this amendment to prohibit the state or any political subdivision from ordering the closure of or forbidding gatherings in places of worship in response to a state of emergency, including public health emergencies.</p>

A NO vote means

<p>A "no" vote opposes this amendment to prohibit the state or any political subdivision from ordering the closure of or forbidding gatherings in places of worship in response to a state of emergency, including public health emergencies.</p>

2 endorsements for YES · 2 endorsements for NO

Wisconsin Prohibit Government Discrimination or Preferential Treatment Amendment (2026)

Prohibit Government Discrimination or Preferential Treatment Amendment

Affirmative actionConstitutional rights

Prohibit the government from discriminating or granting preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin

A YES vote means

<p>A "yes" vote supports this amendment to prohibit any governmental entity from discriminating or granting preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin in public employment, public education, public contracting, or public administration.</p>

A NO vote means

<p>A "no" vote opposes this amendment to prohibit any governmental entity from discriminating or granting preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin in public employment, public education, public contracting, or public administration.</p>

3 endorsements for YES · 3 endorsements for NO

Wisconsin Prohibit Partial Veto to Increase Tax or Fee Amendment (2026)

Prohibit Partial Veto to Increase Tax or Fee Amendment

State executive powers and duties

Prohibit the governor from using the partial veto to create or increase any tax or fee

A YES vote means

<p>A "yes" vote supports amending the Wisconsin Constitution to prohibit the governor from using the partial veto to create or increase any tax or fee.</p>

A NO vote means

<p>A "no" vote opposes amending the Wisconsin Constitution to prohibit the governor from using the partial veto to create or increase any tax or fee.</p>

3 endorsements for YES · 1 endorsement for NO

Voter FAQ

Can I register to vote online?
Wisconsin offers online voter registration.To register online in Wisconsin, you are required to provide your Wisconsin driver license number or Wisconsin state ID card number issued by the Wisconsin Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). To complete a voter registration application online, your name, date of birth, and ID number must match what is on file with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). If you don’t have a Wisconsin-issued driver license or ID card, or if your voter registration address does not match the address on your ID, you can still submit a voter registration application by mail or in person. Watch this video about online voter registration from the Wisconsin Elections Commission.
Can I submit voter registration forms in person?
You can complete a voter registration application in person. Contact your local election office for information on when and where to register to vote.You can also register to vote and cast a ballot in person on Election Day.Learn more by visiting the Wisconsin Elections Commission website or contacting your local election office. Watch this video about in person registration from the Wisconsin Elections Commission.
How do I see what's on my ballot?
View official ballot information on the Wisconsin Elections Commission website, if available.
How do I contact my state election office?
Elections Commission201 W. Washington Ave., Fl. 2 Madison, WI 53703Telephone: (608) 266-8005
Do I need to bring an ID to vote in person?
You will need to show a photo ID to vote in Wisconsin. An acceptable photo ID is not required to contain a current address. These types of photo IDs are acceptable and can be unexpired or expired after the date of the most recent general election: Wisconsin DOT-issued driver license, even if driving privileges are revoked or suspended, with or without a star in the right-hand corner Wisconsin DOT-issued identification card, with or without a star in the right-hand corner Wisconsin DOT-issued identification card or driver license without a photo issued under the religious exemption military ID card issued by a US uniformed service US passportThe following photo ID is also acceptable for voting purposes, and can be expired before the date of the most recent general election: identification card issued by a federally recognized Indian tribe in Wisconsin photo identification card issued by a Wisconsin accredited university or college that contains date of issuance, expiration date no later than two years after issuance, and signature of student (must be accompanied by a separate document that proves enrollment if the student ID is expired)The following photo IDs are also acceptable for voting purposes, but must be unexpired: veteran's photo identification card issued by the Veterans Health Administration of the federal Department of Veterans Affairs certificate of naturalization that was issued not earlier than two years before the date of an election at which it is presented driving receipt issued by Wisconsin DOT (valid for 45 days) identification card receipt issued by Wisconsin DOT (valid for 45 days) temporary identification card receipt issued by Wisconsin DOT through the Identification Petition Process (IDPP) (valid for 60 days)Voters without ID: If you are unable to provide photo ID, you will be able to vote a provisional ballot. Your provisional ballot will not count unless you provide an acceptable photo ID to the poll workers by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day or to your municipal clerk in person by 4:00 p.m. the Friday after the election.
How do I contact my local election office?
Visit your state’s site to find your local election office.
Who can register to vote?
To register in Wisconsin you must: be a United States citizen be a Wisconsin resident and have resided at your registration address for at least 28 days prior to the electionbe 18 years old on or before Election Daynot have been convicted of treason, felony or bribery, or if you have, your civil rights have been restored after completion of your sentence or a pardon not have been found by a court to be incapable of understanding the objective of the electoral process not make or benefit from a bet or wage depending on the result of an election not have voted at any other location, if registering on Election Day Watch this video about who can register to vote from the Wisconsin Elections Commission.
Register to Vote
Check that you're registered to vote on Wisconsin's website. If you’re not registered: Register online by Oct 14. Your by mail registration form must be postmarked by Oct 14.